This is the sort of behavior you expect from a heavy metal band, not a marching band.

Stanford Review reports.

Band Releases Statement on Title IX Investigation

On May 15, Stanford’s Organization Conduct Board and Title IX Office announced the results of an investigation into several alleged incidents within the Leland Stanford Junior University Marching Band. Stanford released a statement summarizing the investigation, excerpted below:

“Stanford initiated the joint inquiry after learning of concerns regarding several band events, including off-campus trips, that the band held for its members between 2012 and 2015. The investigation found that, on several occasions, the band violated university policies regarding alcohol, controlled substances, hazing and/or sexual harassment. Violations included a tradition in which a band member was given an alcoholic concoction intended to make that individual vomit publicly; an annual trip in which some band members used illegal substances; and a band selection process in which individuals were asked a number of inappropriate questions on sexual matters.

As an outcome of the investigation, the band will be unable to travel with any Stanford athletic team to perform at away athletic events during the 2015-16 academic year, including post-season games. The band will be permitted to play at home events and at certain non-athletic events.